South Africa
Lesotho
Namibia
Botswana
Mozambique
eSwatini
Zimbabwe
Tanzania
Date
3–4 Apr 2027
First start 18:00
2027
Trail
Run The Karoo
Last updated 21 Aug 2026
22km Trail
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About this event
The 2027 Run The Karoo will take place Saturday, 3 April 2027 to Sunday, 4 April 2027 from 18:00, at Dwarsvlei Farm in South Africa. Distances include a 22km race.
Distances & fees
Distances, start times, cut-offs and entry fees.
Friday
3 Apr 2026
1 race
| Distance | Entry Fee | Type | Start | Cut-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22km Trail Run | TBC | Trail | 18:00 | — |
Race notes
- 22km Trail Run: Race is run over 2 days. Day one is 8km, starting at 18h00. Day two is either a 14km starting at 07h30, or a 22km starting at 07h00.
Merchandise
Socks
Custom-designed Run The Karoo Socks included in goodie bag
Free with entry
T-Shirt
Exclusive custom-designed Run the Karoo running active shirt available at checkout
Price TBC
How to enter
Information on how to enter this event.
Online entries
Race Day Information
Practical information for race day.
Start
Dwarsvlei Farm
Finish
Dwarsvlei Farm
Handouts
Each finisher receives a unique Karoo medal handmade by local artists
Refreshments
All meals from Saturday dinner to Sunday lunch are included; free coffee stop en route
Timing
Electronic chip timing.
Water Points
Staffed water points serving everything from water to koeksisters
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Location
Where the event starts and how to get there.
Dwarsvlei Farm
Dwarsvlei Farm — Location map not available
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